1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 333 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB4 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
